 Woohoo! Happy National skip day everyone… For us Ontario educators, it is the Friday before March Break which means a lot of us are headed on vacation. But not me. I, student teacher of 3 English classes will be spending my March Break at coffee shops, at my desk and at the library; essentially unit planning, lesson planning, reading and marking. I can’t even explain the length and degree of my to do list… But all that aside, let’s talk about my week! DID I SUCCEED MY GOALS FROM LAST WEEK? Did I succeed in making learning more fun? I think I did! I showed an incredible movie called Mississippi Burning. This wasn’t necesarrily fun but it definitely allowed my students to understand the time period of 1960’s in the Southern USA during the Civil Rights movement. I also created some differentiated assignments for this movie which I would definitely consider fun, but my students would probably tell you otherwise. Est-ce que j’ai réussi à être plus sociale? Malheureusement, j’ai passé 3/5 dîners dans mon local (soit à surveiller des évaluations où à préparer mes leçons). Par contre, j’ai eu quelques bonnes conversations avec des enseignants dans la salle de photocopies. Après le congé de mars, je dois continuer à faire des efforts à discuter, réseauter et avec plus de discussions avec les enseignants de mon école. Est-ce que mon dialogue interne a été plus positif? Ici, je pense que j’ai plus ou moins réussi à me donner quelques bonnes tapes sur le dos. Je me sens un peu plus confiante et contente par rapport à mes leçons et mes interactions avec les élèves. BEING VULNERABLE As a Teacher Candidate or even a new teacher, being vulnerable is a daily occurence. You stand up in front of the class, 20+ pairs of eyes looking at you, listening to you as you and run through a lesson, a reading, a learning activity, a discussion, a workshop, etc. This week, I’ve learnt that you are not the know all - tell all, and it will happen that students ask you questions that you may not know the answers to. One thing that I am sure of is that I do not have all the answers to every question. While there were a few instances where I was asked questions about different things throughout the week that I was unsure of, I think I managed well. Instead of getting down on myself, I took this it as a learning opportunity! M’INVESTIR DANS MES LEÇONS Quoique, parfois je me sens un peu incompétente, j’investis beaucoup de temps, d’énergie et de passion dans les leçons que je planifie. Que ça soit lors de la préparation de leçon, de Slides, des MySimpleShow, des petits jeux, des activités créatives, etc. Je suis toujours en mode création. Je suis une personne très organisée et méthodologique. Je connais les élèves devant moi et je peux planifier en conséquence. Je maîtrise la leçon, les étapes et la matière. Je suis constamment en train de penser de façon critique à comment je peux ludifier la matière, le rendre le plus intéressant et accessible. De plus, je considère aussi quelles mesures proactives je devrai prendre pour le moment “au cas où…”. Souvent, ces leçons sont divertissantes et différenciées. Je suis fière de moi-même et je m’améliore leçon après leçon.
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Words cannot describe how happy this made me. This space to call my own is more than I could have asked for. My AT’s classroom quickly became OUR classroom which ultimately made me feel so much more welcomed and comfortable.
We have already started working together to co-plan lessons, shared resources and suggestions concerning classroom management. They are so open to my suggestions and observation, it is extremely rewarding to have a voice but also learn from such dynamic and innovative English teachers. They ask me what I am comfortable doing and are willing to give me the space and the necessary coaching to succeed.
We have already started working together to co-plan lessons, shared resources and suggestions concerning classroom management. They are so open to my suggestions and observation, it is extremely rewarding to have a voice but also learn from such dynamic and innovative English teachers. They ask me what I am comfortable doing and are willing to give me the space and the necessary coaching to succeed.
Recently, as I have been going through the process of attending recruitment presentations from school boards, revamping my CV, writing cover letters, filling in applications, going through interviews, I have been reflecting on this really crucial and transformative period. The transition from Student (teacher) to Teacher approaches day by day and I’ve come to realize that I am growing up. I can feel it.
Growing up is a strange concept to me. Oddly enough, it has always been something I looked forward to. I have always looked up to people older than me and I continue to do so, whether it be my mentors, my university professors, my family members, experienced educators, etc. But as I continue to look up to those people, I also notice that I am becoming more wise and have more to offer back.
Lately, as I approach the end of my B.Ed, I can’t seem to grasp the fact that I will FINALLY be a certified teacher. I, Sarah Anne Lalonde, will be the teacher I have always dreamt of being. The responsibilities I will be undertaking and lives I will be changing is something that I think about often. It has become pretty overwhelming actually… and a little surreal.
Following your dreams is something I’ve always promoted. Dreaming big is something I believe everyone should do. Behind every dreamer there’s a doer. I’ve reached some of my goals and dreams, but becoming a teacher has always been right up there at the top. Being only a few months away from accomplishing that dream gives me butterflies because it feels like yesterday that I was only a little girl with a dream. Now, with lots of hard work, dedication, patience, grit and perseverance I have almost attained it.
When you think about it, growing up means so much.
o Masters in Education
o Getting my ABQ’s
o Teaching for (??) # of years
o Google Certified Trainer
o Principal’s Course
o Administrator
All in all, with time, I get to continue to learn new things, meet new people, explore different places, get inspired and inspire others, follow my passion and find new ones. I cannot wait to share my gained expertise and experience with those around me as other have shared with me along the way. As I mentioned, my plans may change, obstacles may arise, but my passion for education will last forever. I can’t predict where I will be in 5, 10, 20 years, but I will continue to aim high and reach for the stars with my goals. I look forward to looking back on this blog post in a few years from now.
I’ve realized that, as much as you may want and try, you can’t stop time and you can't stop from growing up. This is inevitable therefor, you have to make the absolute best of the time you’re given on earth.
I encourage you to think about where you wanted to be while finishing Teacher’s College and where you are now. Have plans changed? What do your future goals look like? How do you plan on reaching them? I'd love to know! Comment below ⬇️⬇️
Cheers,
Sarah
Growing up is a strange concept to me. Oddly enough, it has always been something I looked forward to. I have always looked up to people older than me and I continue to do so, whether it be my mentors, my university professors, my family members, experienced educators, etc. But as I continue to look up to those people, I also notice that I am becoming more wise and have more to offer back.
Lately, as I approach the end of my B.Ed, I can’t seem to grasp the fact that I will FINALLY be a certified teacher. I, Sarah Anne Lalonde, will be the teacher I have always dreamt of being. The responsibilities I will be undertaking and lives I will be changing is something that I think about often. It has become pretty overwhelming actually… and a little surreal.
Following your dreams is something I’ve always promoted. Dreaming big is something I believe everyone should do. Behind every dreamer there’s a doer. I’ve reached some of my goals and dreams, but becoming a teacher has always been right up there at the top. Being only a few months away from accomplishing that dream gives me butterflies because it feels like yesterday that I was only a little girl with a dream. Now, with lots of hard work, dedication, patience, grit and perseverance I have almost attained it.
When you think about it, growing up means so much.
- It means a major role change in my life... I will have spent 20 years as a student. I’ve watched teachers all of my student life. Some I liked more than others, but they’ve all taught me something along the way. I look forward to transitioning from student to teacher. But, as much as I will be transitioning from the learner to the teacher, I will still be constantly learning with me students.
- Growing up as a woman, I want to continue to be a leader and role model for girls. I crave to show them that good things come when you believe in yourself, your dreams and a little hard work. My role as an educator will allow me to have an impact on their confidence, their passions, their intelligence, their future, their self-worth, and of course, their learning. I will show them that they are beautiful, powerful and capable
- Finally, growing up means I need to continue pursuing more goals and dreams. I’ve spent lots of time searching for what my realistic long term goal are and I have finally figured them out. (I am aware and open to all of the changes, obstacles and growth that awaits me and knowing that these goals may transform is exciting!) But for now, at the age of 23, here they are:
o Masters in Education
o Getting my ABQ’s
o Teaching for (??) # of years
o Google Certified Trainer
o Principal’s Course
o Administrator
All in all, with time, I get to continue to learn new things, meet new people, explore different places, get inspired and inspire others, follow my passion and find new ones. I cannot wait to share my gained expertise and experience with those around me as other have shared with me along the way. As I mentioned, my plans may change, obstacles may arise, but my passion for education will last forever. I can’t predict where I will be in 5, 10, 20 years, but I will continue to aim high and reach for the stars with my goals. I look forward to looking back on this blog post in a few years from now.
I’ve realized that, as much as you may want and try, you can’t stop time and you can't stop from growing up. This is inevitable therefor, you have to make the absolute best of the time you’re given on earth.
I encourage you to think about where you wanted to be while finishing Teacher’s College and where you are now. Have plans changed? What do your future goals look like? How do you plan on reaching them? I'd love to know! Comment below ⬇️⬇️
Cheers,
Sarah
As we embark on our journey into 2018, I thought it would be the most opportune moment to sit down, write and reflect on where I’d like to be, how I’d like to feel, and what I’d like to be doing more of this year.
I have to admit, I am jumping into 2018 with 2 feet; excited, energized and inspired. I love this time of year, everyone is feeling fresh, rejuvenated, optimistic and for the most part motivated! It is truly contagious.
This holiday season, I received Lagom (Not too little, not too much) - The Swedish Art of Living a Balanced, Happy Life. Now, I am not saying that I am about to write a blog post on how I plan to change my entire lifestyle because, well…. That’s just not my style. And, to be honest, New Year's Resolutions aren't really my style either.
I have always believed that New Year’s Resolutions were always a little tacky and that everyone basically forgets about them come March / April… Actually, a U.S News blog published in 2015 states that by “the second week of February, some 80 percent of those resolution-ers are back home with a new kind of remorse staring back at them in the mirror – the remorse of disappointment.” It’s not that I don’t believe in New Year’s resolutions, rather I believe that you can set goals and intentions at any time. This natural break in time by starting a new year is a great, but it also just becomes a fad and a lot less genuine. So, let’s try and turn the page into 2018 with real and attainable goals and intentions that matter.
Like I was saying… After reading this fun, illustrates and appealing to the eye guide of about 270 pages, I found so many little lifestyle modifications that really spoke to me: Lagom in my personal life, Lagom in my relationships and Lagom in my community. I could re-utter the entire guide, but instead I will mention the habits that I will be bringing into 2018 with me; along with other non related Lagom goals that I have set for myself. Some habits that promote a more simple and minimalist lifestyle, embracing the little things like the rays of sun, a good cup of coffee and so much more!
Goal setting is never an easy thing. This year, I wanted to think small and SMART
- Specific/Simple.
- Measurable.
- Achievable.
- Realistic.
- Timely
I am going to be more connected to those around me. As much as with the people as I want to connect with my inner self.
By connecting with my inner self, I am going to take more time for yoga and mediation. I am going to try connecting mouvement with breathe.
I am going to keep following my passions and dream BIG.
I will start to embrace chaos, let go of the reigns and embrace less structure and control on certain aspects of my life.
As Bob Dylan says: "Chaos is a friend of mine." Well, that is not the case for this organized, structured and methodical gal... As I enter into the unpredictable classrooms with unpredictable students, I want to focus on embracing the chaos that may occur, embracing the uncertainty and finding the calm in that chaos. I will allow it to be an enriching moment instead of an anxious moment.
I will love my body more. I will feed my body and mind with more nourishing foods and thoughts.
In order to practice more self-care I plan to do things such as: read leisurely, sleep in on the weekend, write down a list of things I love and as Lagom suggests, I will embrace the effortless hair, the top knot and the thrown together look.
I will visit DISNEY after finishing my B.Ed.
I cannot wait to land at MCO with my boyfriend to celebrate my graduation.
I am going to LEARN every day &
become rich in knowledge.
In order to learn new things, I will do my best to step out of my comfort zone, ask more questions, take more risks, go on new adventures and try new things. This page from Lagom talks about The Art of Listening. They say to - slow down the discours. Really listen to others and reflect on what they have to say and give a meaningful response.
As schools starts back up and placement begins, I am going be embrace being an early riser.
I currently have a love / hate relationship with being an early riser. As someone who will be getting up early for the rest of my life, I want to have a better relationship with my alarm clock.
I love the feeling of an early morning once I am up and at it, but in the moment, have a difficult time to get my two feet out of bed and onto the cold floor. I want to change my attitude towards waking up before the sun. I look forward to trying the suggestions offered in the book! Stay tuned...
I love the feeling of an early morning once I am up and at it, but in the moment, have a difficult time to get my two feet out of bed and onto the cold floor. I want to change my attitude towards waking up before the sun. I look forward to trying the suggestions offered in the book! Stay tuned...
Well, here’s to jumping into 2018 with a good ‘ol cup of coffee and some special intentions. What do you have planned for 2018? I’d love to know! Share your intentions / goals / resolutions with me in the comments :)
No, I am not implying that my heart wasn’t already very full this holiday season, but over this past week I have been exploding with love and happiness thanks to all of the great things that have been shared though the #VoicEdGratitude project.
Of course, I always knew that the VoicEd community was supportive, positive and a safe place to share, reflex and learn.. but I wasn’t expecting all of the love that has been buzzing around the #VoicEdGratitude hashtag this week.
For those who don’t know what this project was, check out Brad Shreffler‘s blog from the Planning Period Podcast who was the main mastermind behind taking this Secret Santa to the next level along with Derek Rhodenizer : https://www.bradshreffler.com/voiced-gratitude-exchange-and-holiday-special/
What I’d like to share today is all of the warm and fuzzy feelings I’ve been having all week thanks to the great community members here at VoicEd!
From the THANKER’s perspective:
Wow! Does it ever feel good to make somebody’s day by sharing what they do best. I was honoured to have Carol Salva as my Thankee, and I started Day 1 by a simple video and Christmas song. Day 2 was all about thanking her for her honourable content (blogs, podcasts, videos, books, stories, hard work, dedication, passion). Day 3 I offered her the challenge to brush up on some French and be a guest on my Bilingual podcast Que sera Sarah?. Day 4, I had to make her laugh! The best way I could think of doing that was creating a hilarious Elf Yourself. And today, I get to create something magical for her – stay tuned!
I have to admit, making Carol’s day (all week) was such a wonderful feeling. Giving and spreading all of her good content, superbe ideas and helpful resources was simple, effortless but utterly rewarding! That feeling of bringing joy and happiness to people this holiday season is something we can all do that is free and worth more than material things. I loved infecting Twitter with VoicEd’s content from people who work so hard and with so much passion, like Carol. She deserves so much recognition for her hard work – she really does. #VoicEdGratitude also allowed me to explore in greater detail her website, watch more of her videos, listen to more of her podcast episodes and take a deeper dive into all of the things she offers. I was so happy to share in many creative ways her brand and allow members of my PLN to get to know her and all she has to offer.
As the THANKEE:
As much as it feels good to give all of the love and recognition, receiving the love is just as fulfilling. Shane Lawrence from The EdPodcast was my Thanker and I his Thankee. He did such a great job! I’m sure it wasn’t easy. His messages of support and feed back on how to improve was something I take to heart. And, having his students send me a personalized Merry Christmas message made me grin ear to ear… Every morning, I woke up looking forward to and not knowing what to expect from my thanker. The long terme benefits of having Shane share things about me, my podcast and my website for this project allowed me to grow my network of listeners and will allow me to connect with more people.
I am forever grateful for my VoicEd family. For something that cost 0$ and took very little time, this #VoicEdGratitude made me think of something I hadn’t before. Maybe Christmas, I thought, doesn’t come from a store. Maybe Christmas, perhaps, means a little more.
Of course, I always knew that the VoicEd community was supportive, positive and a safe place to share, reflex and learn.. but I wasn’t expecting all of the love that has been buzzing around the #VoicEdGratitude hashtag this week.
For those who don’t know what this project was, check out Brad Shreffler‘s blog from the Planning Period Podcast who was the main mastermind behind taking this Secret Santa to the next level along with Derek Rhodenizer : https://www.bradshreffler.com/voiced-gratitude-exchange-and-holiday-special/
What I’d like to share today is all of the warm and fuzzy feelings I’ve been having all week thanks to the great community members here at VoicEd!
From the THANKER’s perspective:
Wow! Does it ever feel good to make somebody’s day by sharing what they do best. I was honoured to have Carol Salva as my Thankee, and I started Day 1 by a simple video and Christmas song. Day 2 was all about thanking her for her honourable content (blogs, podcasts, videos, books, stories, hard work, dedication, passion). Day 3 I offered her the challenge to brush up on some French and be a guest on my Bilingual podcast Que sera Sarah?. Day 4, I had to make her laugh! The best way I could think of doing that was creating a hilarious Elf Yourself. And today, I get to create something magical for her – stay tuned!
I have to admit, making Carol’s day (all week) was such a wonderful feeling. Giving and spreading all of her good content, superbe ideas and helpful resources was simple, effortless but utterly rewarding! That feeling of bringing joy and happiness to people this holiday season is something we can all do that is free and worth more than material things. I loved infecting Twitter with VoicEd’s content from people who work so hard and with so much passion, like Carol. She deserves so much recognition for her hard work – she really does. #VoicEdGratitude also allowed me to explore in greater detail her website, watch more of her videos, listen to more of her podcast episodes and take a deeper dive into all of the things she offers. I was so happy to share in many creative ways her brand and allow members of my PLN to get to know her and all she has to offer.
As the THANKEE:
As much as it feels good to give all of the love and recognition, receiving the love is just as fulfilling. Shane Lawrence from The EdPodcast was my Thanker and I his Thankee. He did such a great job! I’m sure it wasn’t easy. His messages of support and feed back on how to improve was something I take to heart. And, having his students send me a personalized Merry Christmas message made me grin ear to ear… Every morning, I woke up looking forward to and not knowing what to expect from my thanker. The long terme benefits of having Shane share things about me, my podcast and my website for this project allowed me to grow my network of listeners and will allow me to connect with more people.
I am forever grateful for my VoicEd family. For something that cost 0$ and took very little time, this #VoicEdGratitude made me think of something I hadn’t before. Maybe Christmas, I thought, doesn’t come from a store. Maybe Christmas, perhaps, means a little more.
Je me dis qu’il vaut mieux tard que jamais pour ce billet de blogue!
Voici une petite introduction pour ceux et celles qui ne connaissent pas le #Défi20prof… Le concept provient d’un billet de blogue écrit par Marius Bourgeoys (@bourmu) à la fin de l’été. Début septembre, Marius Bourgeoys a lancé l’appel au défi lors d’un webinaire diffusé en ligne. Ce webinaire, animé par le trio dynamique Marius, Marie-Andrée Ouimet (@maotechno) et Stephane Hunter (@monsieurhunter) ont attiré +75 pédagogues autour de la province ! Le principe de l’épreuve est que 20% du temps (environ 1 fois par semaine) les élèves doivent se mobiliser et s’autoréguler sans que l’enseignant ait à parler. Les bienfaits de cette pratique seront exploités plus tard dans ce billet, mais ce qui est captivant est que grâce au réseautage et à la puissance des réseaux sociaux – Marius a créé une communauté d’enseignants qui se sont rassemblés autour de lui afin d’entreprendre son projet dans leurs salles de classe, et moi, j’en suis une!
Lors du webinaire, je dois avouer que j’étais un peu déçue. Marius et compagnie a vraiment suscité mon intérêt avec la vision repensée de l’école. L’intention de ce défi est “d’avancer vers cette autre façon de faire l’Éducation” et moi je veux être en première ligne de cette initiative. Mais, voici mon vrai problème: je n’ai pas de salle de classe pour essayer ce projet!! Au secours! Pourtant, Alexandre Audet (@profaudet) a sûrement entendu mes appels à l’aide. Justement, la première journée que j’ai collaboré avec lui dans sa classe, il effectuait son deuxième essai du défi. J’ai été ravie!
Voici une petite introduction pour ceux et celles qui ne connaissent pas le #Défi20prof… Le concept provient d’un billet de blogue écrit par Marius Bourgeoys (@bourmu) à la fin de l’été. Début septembre, Marius Bourgeoys a lancé l’appel au défi lors d’un webinaire diffusé en ligne. Ce webinaire, animé par le trio dynamique Marius, Marie-Andrée Ouimet (@maotechno) et Stephane Hunter (@monsieurhunter) ont attiré +75 pédagogues autour de la province ! Le principe de l’épreuve est que 20% du temps (environ 1 fois par semaine) les élèves doivent se mobiliser et s’autoréguler sans que l’enseignant ait à parler. Les bienfaits de cette pratique seront exploités plus tard dans ce billet, mais ce qui est captivant est que grâce au réseautage et à la puissance des réseaux sociaux – Marius a créé une communauté d’enseignants qui se sont rassemblés autour de lui afin d’entreprendre son projet dans leurs salles de classe, et moi, j’en suis une!
Lors du webinaire, je dois avouer que j’étais un peu déçue. Marius et compagnie a vraiment suscité mon intérêt avec la vision repensée de l’école. L’intention de ce défi est “d’avancer vers cette autre façon de faire l’Éducation” et moi je veux être en première ligne de cette initiative. Mais, voici mon vrai problème: je n’ai pas de salle de classe pour essayer ce projet!! Au secours! Pourtant, Alexandre Audet (@profaudet) a sûrement entendu mes appels à l’aide. Justement, la première journée que j’ai collaboré avec lui dans sa classe, il effectuait son deuxième essai du défi. J’ai été ravie!
En fin de compte j’ai vécu quatre expériences de #Défi20prof avec Alexandre et ces 2 groupes d’élèves de la 8e année à l’École secondaire publique Omers Deslauriers située à Ottawa lors du cours d’English. J’avoue que j’étais surprise, impressionnée et intriguée. Chaque fois, les deux groupes ont apporté un ensemble de savoirs et de réactions.
Survol des activités:
La première activité a eu lieu le 12 septembre. Le tableau blanc avait les directives suivantes inscrites:
La deuxième activité a eu lieu le 19 septembre un peu plus complexe. Encore à l’aide du tableau blanc, M. Audet a écrit les directives:
Lors des deux activités, je crois qu’Alexandre a établi des objectifs clairs pour ses élèves. Il n’a pas parlé et a laissé ses élèves s’arranger eux-mêmes. (Même quand ils ont complètement ignoré la pile de documents Writing a 1 paragraph response!!) Les élèves m’ont vraiment surpris. Comprenez-moi bien, ce n’était pas comme si tous les élèves se sont levés et mis à la tâche… il y avait quelqu’un qui n’écoutait pas et ne se mêlait pas de ses propres affaires, mais en dedans de 5-10 minutes, la classe s’est mobilisée. Un certain dynamisme en salle de classe a été créé. Une élève du premier groupe (qui a plus d’énergie) a crié: “Guys! On fait Défi20% écoutez, je vais lire les directives du tableau!”. Dans l’autre classe, les élèves ont lu par eux même les directives de façon individuelle et en silence. Dans les deux cas, les élèves se sont mis à l’action pour relever le défi. Vous trouveriez les résultats du défi sous les images.
Survol des activités:
La première activité a eu lieu le 12 septembre. Le tableau blanc avait les directives suivantes inscrites:
- Il y a 4 stations = 1 pour chaque vidéo:
- Ethos – Logo – Pathos
- Invention
- Arrangement
- Style
- À chaque station, vous allez parler de ce que tu comprends du sujet, 1 exemple pour démontrer ce que tu comprends
- Vous devez demeurer à chaque station pour 5 minutes
- Essayer de vous répartir également entre les 4 stations
- Lors des transitions, vous changez à la station de votre choix, il n’y a pas d’ordre…
La deuxième activité a eu lieu le 19 septembre un peu plus complexe. Encore à l’aide du tableau blanc, M. Audet a écrit les directives:
- Formez des groupes de 4 personnes avec qui vous ne travaillez jamais.
- Consultez les DOC (Writing a 1 paragraph response)
- Vous devez créer une capsule de 2-3 min originale / créative et efficace pour enseigner ces concepts
- 1 Chromebook par équipe
- Vous avez 30 minutes.
- Go!
Lors des deux activités, je crois qu’Alexandre a établi des objectifs clairs pour ses élèves. Il n’a pas parlé et a laissé ses élèves s’arranger eux-mêmes. (Même quand ils ont complètement ignoré la pile de documents Writing a 1 paragraph response!!) Les élèves m’ont vraiment surpris. Comprenez-moi bien, ce n’était pas comme si tous les élèves se sont levés et mis à la tâche… il y avait quelqu’un qui n’écoutait pas et ne se mêlait pas de ses propres affaires, mais en dedans de 5-10 minutes, la classe s’est mobilisée. Un certain dynamisme en salle de classe a été créé. Une élève du premier groupe (qui a plus d’énergie) a crié: “Guys! On fait Défi20% écoutez, je vais lire les directives du tableau!”. Dans l’autre classe, les élèves ont lu par eux même les directives de façon individuelle et en silence. Dans les deux cas, les élèves se sont mis à l’action pour relever le défi. Vous trouveriez les résultats du défi sous les images.
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Résultat du défi: Les activités ont été un succès, mais ce n’est pas les activités telles quelles qui méritent notre attention… C’est profiter de ces occasions pour permettre aux élèves d’être au centre de leur apprentissage. Bref, voici une liste de ce que le #Défi20prof a produit dans la salle de classe de 8e année:
Le défi 20% a permis aux élèves…✓ …de réfléchir sur leurs habiletés de leadership
✓ …de collaborer avec leurs pairs et apprendre des autres
✓ …de prendre l’initiative et s’approprier la responsabilité de leurs apprentissages
✓ …de réglementer leur environnement et climat d’apprentissage
✓ …de vivre et accepter des échecs (pas tous les élèves ont accomplis les tâches du défi)
✓…d’avoir des conversations expliquant les raisons derrière l’échec
✓…d’avoir des conversations menant à des pistes et solutions pour s’améliorer
✓…de songer au rôle de l’enseignant
✓…de témoigner de l’évolution de la dynamique de groupe
✓…de se laisser vivre du changement
✓…de travailler leurs habiletés de résolution de problèmes
Prenez deux minutes et réfléchissez comment vous incorporer cette liste dans votre salle de classe?
Une fois que les 20 minutes de l’activité se sont écoulées, c’était le temps de répondre à la question “Pourquoi?”. Les élèves avaient toujours beaucoup à dire au sujet de leur expérience! L’activité du #Défi20prof a favorisé plusieurs différents types de conversations dans le cours d’English. Par exemple, les élèves ont parlé des avantages et des inconvénients de l’importance de la friction dans un groupe pour le bienêtre de la créativité, sur le social construct, collaboration, relationship building and social contracts. Cette citation d’Alexandre s’est émergé: “Collaboration isn’t about the person, it’s about the ideas”
Comme vous voyez à l’image ci-dessous, M. Audet veut que les élèves se demandent Pourquoi? plus souvent dans son cours!
Le défi 20% a permis aux élèves…✓ …de réfléchir sur leurs habiletés de leadership
✓ …de collaborer avec leurs pairs et apprendre des autres
✓ …de prendre l’initiative et s’approprier la responsabilité de leurs apprentissages
✓ …de réglementer leur environnement et climat d’apprentissage
✓ …de vivre et accepter des échecs (pas tous les élèves ont accomplis les tâches du défi)
✓…d’avoir des conversations expliquant les raisons derrière l’échec
✓…d’avoir des conversations menant à des pistes et solutions pour s’améliorer
✓…de songer au rôle de l’enseignant
✓…de témoigner de l’évolution de la dynamique de groupe
✓…de se laisser vivre du changement
✓…de travailler leurs habiletés de résolution de problèmes
Prenez deux minutes et réfléchissez comment vous incorporer cette liste dans votre salle de classe?
Une fois que les 20 minutes de l’activité se sont écoulées, c’était le temps de répondre à la question “Pourquoi?”. Les élèves avaient toujours beaucoup à dire au sujet de leur expérience! L’activité du #Défi20prof a favorisé plusieurs différents types de conversations dans le cours d’English. Par exemple, les élèves ont parlé des avantages et des inconvénients de l’importance de la friction dans un groupe pour le bienêtre de la créativité, sur le social construct, collaboration, relationship building and social contracts. Cette citation d’Alexandre s’est émergé: “Collaboration isn’t about the person, it’s about the ideas”
Comme vous voyez à l’image ci-dessous, M. Audet veut que les élèves se demandent Pourquoi? plus souvent dans son cours!
Ma réflexion personnelle:Vivre le #Défi20prof avec Alexandre Audet m’a beaucoup appris. C’était intéressant de voir comment il n’avait pas de difficulté à prendre du recul – un élément de ma personnalité que j’aimerais travailler. De plus, puisque j’étais nouvelle à la classe, c’était fascinant d’être “mouche sur le mur” n’ayant aucun préjugé des élèves en question. C’est facile de dire que c’est une belle expérience… Mais, je me suis posé les questions suivantes, “Pourquoi est-ce que quelque chose de si extraordinaire et bénéfique est hors de l’ordinaire dans nos écoles? Pourquoi les écoles n’encouragent pas plus d’activités où les élèves prennent l’initiative et s’approprient la responsabilité de leurs apprentissages?” Je ne dis pas que ça ne se fait pas du tout, mais je pense que ça ne se fait pas assez! À suivre…
Réflexion faite, je lève mon chapeau à Marius Bourgeoys, à Alexandre Audet et à chacun et chacun des enseignants qui entreprennent ce défi dans leurs salles de classe. Vous êtes réellement des modèles pour la vision renouvelée de l’école et de l’éducation.
Marius et moi avons parlé en détail du projet 20% prof lors de notre conversation sur mon podcast Que sera Sarah? Voici le lien pour y accéder: https://soundcloud.com/que_sera_sarah/episode22-marius-bourgeoys-le-leadership-pedagogique-cest-une-disposition
Vous voulez savoir comment d’autres enseignants on vécu le #Défi20prof, voici d’autres billet de blogues sur ce thème:
Réflexion faite, je lève mon chapeau à Marius Bourgeoys, à Alexandre Audet et à chacun et chacun des enseignants qui entreprennent ce défi dans leurs salles de classe. Vous êtes réellement des modèles pour la vision renouvelée de l’école et de l’éducation.
Marius et moi avons parlé en détail du projet 20% prof lors de notre conversation sur mon podcast Que sera Sarah? Voici le lien pour y accéder: https://soundcloud.com/que_sera_sarah/episode22-marius-bourgeoys-le-leadership-pedagogique-cest-une-disposition
Vous voulez savoir comment d’autres enseignants on vécu le #Défi20prof, voici d’autres billet de blogues sur ce thème:
- Anne-Marie Fournier: http://chezmmef.weebly.com/blogue/defi20prof-le-debut-dune-aventure-pedagogique
- Joannie Girard: http://www.joanniegirard.com/mon-blogue/si-lecole-ressemblait-davantage-a-netflix
- France Paradis-iC : http://franceparadis.weebly.com/
- Marius Bourgeoys: https://mariusbourgeoys.ca/2017/09/24/ce-que-japprends-defi20prof/
- Marie-Élaine B: http://novatic.weebly.com/
- Patrick Valois: http://patvalois.weebly.com/
These past two months, I have had the absolute honour of being the Community Manager of VoicEd.ca and VoicEd Radio. This unexpected internship, working with the one and only @Stephen_Hurley, has transformed my summer into a summer of learning, growing and connecting.
Reflecting on this experience has allowed me to realize the leaps and bounds I’ve taken in this short period of time. I have exponentially grown my PLN. I have cultivated my curiosity. I have raised my awareness on tons of hot new EDU topics. I have had the opportunity to influence, connect and share with other educators, whom I may not have otherwise connected with out of this context. And, I have began to think differently… Working for and with VoicEd has obliged me to think differently and out of the box. I have also begun to think more creatively and critically. I’ve gained confidence in my ideas and thoughts and I am no longer apprehensive to share them.
Furthermore, VoicEd has favoured my growth, not only as a Teacher Candidate, but also as a person, as a colleague and as a future mentor for my peers and my students. As a Teacher Candidate, I strongly believe that it is imperative to have a mentor/ role model in this critical time of learning. Every member of my Power PLN, (too many to name them all, but here’s a few) Stephen, Rola, Jen, Derek, Noa, Carol, Chris, Brad, have welcomed my questions with open arms and have brought me to new heights in my learning. I’ve refined relationships and have also created new ones. These educators have allowed me to create a growth mindset, where risks are encouraged, fails & mistakes are learning opportunities and collaboration is key.
Folks, this space is inspiring. It all started as an idea from catalyst: Stephen Hurley, with the helping hands of other educators like Derek Rhodenizer and Rolland Chidiac. I got involved on a limb early on in February, thanks to plugs from Derek’s podcast: Beyond the Staffroom. Since then, being an avid blogger, podcaster and your Community Manager I sometimes ask myself, where I would be if it wasn’t for VoicEd? It is a welcoming space that offers unlimited educational topics, open and thoughtful conversations, 21stcentury philosophies, mindful and supportive educators and shared resources. This community empowers you to share your thoughts and receive insightful feedback from passionate educators like yourself! In all of this, I was able to see how educators work together in harmony for the greater good of their students.
Did you know? VoicEd & VoicEdRadio connects educators, not only from Canada, but from around the world. Meaning, Canadian educators get educational perspectives from outside of Canada. This has opened my eyes to what is happening outside of my hometown, my province, my country and even my continent! It is incredible to see the similarities and differences in Education going on all around the world.
In the end, with VoicEd, you become a part of something bigger. It is a family of amazing human beings that support you and lift you up. The end of August doesn’t mean goodbye, gosh no! Instead, it is a turning a new leaf.
Reflecting on this experience has allowed me to realize the leaps and bounds I’ve taken in this short period of time. I have exponentially grown my PLN. I have cultivated my curiosity. I have raised my awareness on tons of hot new EDU topics. I have had the opportunity to influence, connect and share with other educators, whom I may not have otherwise connected with out of this context. And, I have began to think differently… Working for and with VoicEd has obliged me to think differently and out of the box. I have also begun to think more creatively and critically. I’ve gained confidence in my ideas and thoughts and I am no longer apprehensive to share them.
Furthermore, VoicEd has favoured my growth, not only as a Teacher Candidate, but also as a person, as a colleague and as a future mentor for my peers and my students. As a Teacher Candidate, I strongly believe that it is imperative to have a mentor/ role model in this critical time of learning. Every member of my Power PLN, (too many to name them all, but here’s a few) Stephen, Rola, Jen, Derek, Noa, Carol, Chris, Brad, have welcomed my questions with open arms and have brought me to new heights in my learning. I’ve refined relationships and have also created new ones. These educators have allowed me to create a growth mindset, where risks are encouraged, fails & mistakes are learning opportunities and collaboration is key.
Folks, this space is inspiring. It all started as an idea from catalyst: Stephen Hurley, with the helping hands of other educators like Derek Rhodenizer and Rolland Chidiac. I got involved on a limb early on in February, thanks to plugs from Derek’s podcast: Beyond the Staffroom. Since then, being an avid blogger, podcaster and your Community Manager I sometimes ask myself, where I would be if it wasn’t for VoicEd? It is a welcoming space that offers unlimited educational topics, open and thoughtful conversations, 21stcentury philosophies, mindful and supportive educators and shared resources. This community empowers you to share your thoughts and receive insightful feedback from passionate educators like yourself! In all of this, I was able to see how educators work together in harmony for the greater good of their students.
Did you know? VoicEd & VoicEdRadio connects educators, not only from Canada, but from around the world. Meaning, Canadian educators get educational perspectives from outside of Canada. This has opened my eyes to what is happening outside of my hometown, my province, my country and even my continent! It is incredible to see the similarities and differences in Education going on all around the world.
In the end, with VoicEd, you become a part of something bigger. It is a family of amazing human beings that support you and lift you up. The end of August doesn’t mean goodbye, gosh no! Instead, it is a turning a new leaf.
*SPOILER ALERT*
Being the Disney enthusiast I am, I recently watched Cars 3 in theatres. Going in with no expectations, I was pretty impressed. However, this isn’t a movie review. This is a reflection post about the movie and how it relates to education. Be advised… reading any further will spoil the end of the movie for you!
You all know the infamous Lightning McQueen. In the third movie, Lightning McQueen is up against all odds. He has to train hard to beat all the new car models he faces on the track. To do that, he is given a trainer, Cruise. Cruise always dreamt of being on the track, but due to circumstances she is now working for a training company. She mentors McQueen throughout the movie until he decides to go back to his roots. His journey back to what he knows allows him and Cruise to learn about one another’s past and push each other to be their best. Lighting McQueen sees the potential in Cruise. During his training and during the first race of his “last season”, he tags Cruise into the race. Thanks to Lightning McQueen’s mentorship and crew chief instincts, she gets the checkered flag!
At the end of the movie, we learn that Lightning McQueen believed in Cruise and saw something in her that she did not see in herself. Doc Hudson, Lightning McQueen’s mentor also believed in him when he doubted himself.
This lesson is something I think is soo important as an educator. I related this lesson to the teacher who sees the potential in their students. (Especially to those students who need it the most.) As a student, having that ONE teacher who believed in you, in essential to your journey and growth. These teachers are like Lightning McQueen and Doc Hudson because they take the time to see the potential in their students. They look beyond the surface and find the real capabilities. They mentor, encourage and motivate students to do things they never thought they could achieve. They reassure in the times of doubt and inspire them to see the good that lies within themselves. After doing this, they accomplish great things and continue to push themselves. I always think: “You never know how something you say will impact someone’s life”. Supportive words and gestures can help a student find that extra drive inside of them. So, next time you want to give up on a student, think about what would have happened to Lightning McQueen if Doc Hudson hadn’t believed in him, or Lightning McQueen doing the same for Cruise.
As a Teacher Candidate, having people in my circle and PLN who push me to do things I never thought I could do is paramount to my personal and professional being. I am grateful when I think about the people around me who believe in me, support me and give me the extra little push when I need it. Sometimes I wonder if I would be where I am now if it weren’t for them. I strongly believe that Teacher Candidates need more mentors like Doc and Lightning McQueen to allow them to grow, pick them up when they are down and believe in them when they don’t always believe in themselves.
Being the Disney enthusiast I am, I recently watched Cars 3 in theatres. Going in with no expectations, I was pretty impressed. However, this isn’t a movie review. This is a reflection post about the movie and how it relates to education. Be advised… reading any further will spoil the end of the movie for you!
You all know the infamous Lightning McQueen. In the third movie, Lightning McQueen is up against all odds. He has to train hard to beat all the new car models he faces on the track. To do that, he is given a trainer, Cruise. Cruise always dreamt of being on the track, but due to circumstances she is now working for a training company. She mentors McQueen throughout the movie until he decides to go back to his roots. His journey back to what he knows allows him and Cruise to learn about one another’s past and push each other to be their best. Lighting McQueen sees the potential in Cruise. During his training and during the first race of his “last season”, he tags Cruise into the race. Thanks to Lightning McQueen’s mentorship and crew chief instincts, she gets the checkered flag!
At the end of the movie, we learn that Lightning McQueen believed in Cruise and saw something in her that she did not see in herself. Doc Hudson, Lightning McQueen’s mentor also believed in him when he doubted himself.
This lesson is something I think is soo important as an educator. I related this lesson to the teacher who sees the potential in their students. (Especially to those students who need it the most.) As a student, having that ONE teacher who believed in you, in essential to your journey and growth. These teachers are like Lightning McQueen and Doc Hudson because they take the time to see the potential in their students. They look beyond the surface and find the real capabilities. They mentor, encourage and motivate students to do things they never thought they could achieve. They reassure in the times of doubt and inspire them to see the good that lies within themselves. After doing this, they accomplish great things and continue to push themselves. I always think: “You never know how something you say will impact someone’s life”. Supportive words and gestures can help a student find that extra drive inside of them. So, next time you want to give up on a student, think about what would have happened to Lightning McQueen if Doc Hudson hadn’t believed in him, or Lightning McQueen doing the same for Cruise.
As a Teacher Candidate, having people in my circle and PLN who push me to do things I never thought I could do is paramount to my personal and professional being. I am grateful when I think about the people around me who believe in me, support me and give me the extra little push when I need it. Sometimes I wonder if I would be where I am now if it weren’t for them. I strongly believe that Teacher Candidates need more mentors like Doc and Lightning McQueen to allow them to grow, pick them up when they are down and believe in them when they don’t always believe in themselves.
Sarah Anne
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